Celtics assistant Lawrence Frank is among three finalists for the Rockets’ head coaching job, according to the Houston Chronicle. “I know Lawrence is interviewing for head coaching opportunities, and he should be hired as a head coach,’’ Ainge said. “My guess is that he’ll be hired as a head coach somewhere.’’ Celtics great Kevin McHale and Mavericks assistant Dwane Casey are the other finalists, according to the report.

According to sources close to the Rockets' situation, their extensive search for a Rick Adelman replacement has led to them to a finalists list of Dwane Casey (Dallas assistant and former Minnesota head coach), Lawrence Frank (Boston assistant and former New Jersey head coach), and Kevin McHale (former Minnesota general manager and head coach). Another round of interviews with the finalists is expected soon. SI.com